''Would definitely recommend this course to anyone starting a thesis who does not know where to start'' (2026)
''Very helpful if you need help with your thesis. It made me aware that there are others dealing with the same issues'' (2025).
Now in its 8th year, Thesis Boost continues to help UT students work on their theses in a supportive environment.
Regardless of how far along you are with writing, whether you need specific help your thesis or if just want to join a supportive community of student writers: this course is for you. Sign up below!
Thesis Boost is an intensive course for BSc and MSc students who are currently writing a thesis. You will spend at least four hours per day working on your thesis. The rest of the programme includes short lessons on thesis writing, tips on how to deal with common writing problems, useful language resources, and multiple opportunities to receive one-on-one help from a UT Writing Centre tutor.Keywords: thesis writing, common problems, practical tips, the writing process, planning, pre-writing, drafting, editing, self-care, feedback on writing, digital resources.
Thesis Boost is for people writing in English. English is the main language of this course, with Dutch-language individual support available on at least one of the three days.
(Exact times and details may vary)
09:30 - 10:30
Group Work- exercises and discussions in small groups- opportunities to set daily goals
10:30 - 12:30
Individual Writing- time to work on your thesis- opportunities to meet with a writing tutor
12:30 - 13:30
Lunch Break
13:30 - 15:30
15:30 - 16:00
Coffee Break
16:00 - 17:00
Group Work - exercises and discussions in small groups- opportunities to review daily goals
This course consists of three days from 9.30-17.00. There are multiple breaks each day. You will spend at least four hours per day working on your thesis.
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BSc and MSc students who are working on their thesis.
See available dates below
09.30-17.00 hrs.
Vrijhof
UT bachelor and master’s students: €25 (NON-REFUNDABLE administration fee), payable at registration.
maximum 40 students
qualified UT Language Centre writing coaches
Did you know that you can get free individual help with your writing? Visit the UT Writing Centre website or email writingcentre@utwente.nl for more information.
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